Gen Alpha slang · Noun
grindset
Meaning
Grindset is Gen Alpha slang for a relentless work-obsessed mindset, used mainly by ages 11–26.
Where it came from
From "grind" plus "mindset", spread through hustle-culture content and then mocked into meaninglessness.
Tone check
Almost always ironic now.
Used in a sentence
"sigma grindset"
"4am grindset"
Peak: 2021–2026
Age range: 11–26
Safe for adults to use
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